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In Syria, renaming schools fuels debate over historical, cultural, and religious identity

Critics warn that the efforts to rename many of Syria's schools could jeopardize the country’s identity and diversity.

Organized crime ‘rules’ in several states in Mexico, cardinal warns

Through violent tactics and the lucrative drug trade, Mexican cartels have made deep inroads into a number of local and state governments in the country.

Cardinal Parolin says talks with German bishops continue, calls sanctions talk premature

Cardinal Pietro Parolin also discussed Thursday's meeting between Pope Leo and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Trump: Rubio’s message to Pope Leo XIV should be ‘Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon’

The president again claimed Pope Leo XIV "seemed to be saying" Iran should be able to obtain a nuclear weapon. The Holy Father has never said this and has spoken against nuclear weapons.

Pope Leo XIV expected to visit France in late September, bishops announce

While the Holy See has yet to make an official announcement, the French Bishops’ Conference announced in a May 6 communiqué that Pope Leo XIV is expected to visit France in late September.

Vatican confirms official itinerary for Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Spain

The pontiff will meet with clergy, religious, and government officials, celebrate four public Masses, and visit social service centers and a migrant reception center.

Poll: Most Americans dislike Trump’s jabs at Pope Leo XIV, favor Leo’s call for peace

The poll shows that Americans have a negative view of Trump's direct criticisms of Leo at a time when the pope is generally popular and the president's approval is shrinking.

Christians must defend themselves amid rising persecution, Nigerian prelate says

Following the resurgence of violence in Nigeria, the judicial vicar of the Port Harcourt Diocese has called for Christians to promote peace while not ignoring the need to protect their lives.

Synod report includes testimonies from civilly ‘married’ homosexuals

A Vatican synod study group’s final report includes testimony from two men in civil marriages with other men and calls for a listening-based approach to difficult doctrinal and pastoral questions.

Researchers name moth species after Pope Leo XIV

“The pontiff is a strong advocate of climate and environmental protection, and we hope that his voice may serve as an example for humanity,” researchers wrote.